Ground black pepper sold under the Baraka brand is being recalled over possible salmonella contamination.
Parent company UBC Food Distributors announced that the recalled black pepper was distributed to retailers nationwide.
The recall pertains to 7-ounce containers in clear plastic packaging with a January 2026 expiration date on the back of the label. The recalled product can be identified by UPC code 8 22514 26626 6.
On its website, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that salmonella bacteria causes about 1.35 million infections, 26,500 hospitalizations, and 420 deaths annually in the U.S.
Common symptoms of salmonella illness include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, with onset typically occurring between hours to nearly a week after infection. The symptoms usually persist for four to seven days.
While most people recover without medical intervention, individuals with severe cases may require antibiotics. In certain instances, hospitalization may be necessary.
After routine sampling, the New York Department of Agriculture and Markets detected salmonella in some 7-ounce packages of black pepper, leading to the recall.
Consumers in possession of the recalled product are urged to return it to the point of purchase for a full refund. UBC Food Distributors has suspended production and is conducting an investigation into the contamination source.
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